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Jun 8, 2005 | 08:08 AM

mark460

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3 or 4 core radiator

I'm looking to buy a new radiator for my 77 f150 with a 460. Is the 4 core worth the extra bucks? Does anyone have any experience with the differences in a big block powered truck?

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Jun 8, 2005 | 09:15 AM

beartracks

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I would always opt for the biggest radiator in a working, performance or large c.i. engine. I do live in a hot climate.

Jun 8, 2005 | 09:52 AM

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Living in a overly warm region it will be a benefit.

The shroud alone (which is required) for that rad runs about $200.00 +.

Jun 8, 2005 | 11:41 AM

mikebon08

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I'd get the biggest radiator you can--if the thermostat's working right it will take no longer to warm it up, and when you're stuck in traffic some lovely July afternoon, it could be very handy to have that extra cooling.

Jun 8, 2005 | 12:22 PM

mark460

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So, there is a different fan shroud for the 4 core?

Jun 8, 2005 | 12:42 PM

jstandle

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So, there is a different fan shroud for the 4 core?

I doubt it. I replaced my 3 core with a 4 core and my old shroud fit perfect.

Jun 8, 2005 | 12:44 PM

Bouts21

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I had mr rad recored and used the 4 core. Towed the travel trailer, total weight around 7000lbs, and had absolutely no heat problems whatsoever. It's on a 78 F250 Crew with a modified 400.

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Jun 8, 2005 | 01:10 PM

Mil1ion

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Yes the 3-4 core requires a different fan shroud than the 2 core does.

Jun 8, 2005 | 09:17 PM

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I'm running a 5 row staggered tubes vs 4 inline, it gets the tubes in the airstream vs heat from the tubes in front. Blocked off about half the radiator which would overheat a 4 row and the temp went up only a little amount.
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